Assistant General Manager, Group Investment

An Assistant General Manager, Group Investment job has become available at a public-listed conglomerate based in Kuala Lumpur.

A public-listed conglomerate is seeking an Assistant General Manager, Group Investment to join their Kuala Lumpur headquarters. This is a rare opportunity to become part of a highly respected organisation with diversified operations spanning property development, hospitality, food and beverage, retail, environmental services, and automotive distribution. As a key member of the Group Investment team, you will report directly to the Head of Group Investment and play a pivotal role in shaping the company’s investment strategy and corporate finance activities. The organisation is renowned for its commitment to professional growth, inclusive culture, and supportive leadership. You will benefit from exciting working opportunities, generous staff benefits, and ongoing training programmes designed to help you thrive in your career. If you are looking for a position where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will have a significant impact across multiple industries both locally and internationally, this is the perfect next step for you.

* Join a leading public-listed conglomerate with diverse business interests across Malaysia and international markets, offering exposure to high-profile projects and strategic investments.
* Enjoy a collaborative work environment that values knowledge sharing, professional development through structured training opportunities, and generous benefits including exciting working arrangements and staff benefits.
* Work closely with senior leadership on complex investment proposals, financial restructuring initiatives, and regulatory compliance matters while building strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

What you'll do:

As Assistant General Manager, Group Investment at this public-listed conglomerate based in Kuala Lumpur, you will be entrusted with a broad spectrum of responsibilities that are central to the company’s continued growth. Your day-to-day activities will involve conducting rigorous evaluations of new business ventures through feasibility studies and due diligence exercises. You will be instrumental in formulating corporate proposals by preparing essential documentation for board meetings and shareholder communications. In addition to advising on regulatory compliance matters, you will review disclosures in various official documents ensuring accuracy and adherence to statutory requirements. Building strong relationships with professional parties such as legal advisors and regulators will be key as you facilitate seamless execution of investment transactions. Your analytical insights into market trends will support strategic decisions made by senior leadership. By collaborating closely with subsidiaries across different sectors within the group’s extensive network, you will help drive alignment in investment strategies while contributing positively to team discussions aimed at improving group performance.

* Conduct thorough evaluation and review of business options and proposals by performing detailed feasibility studies, due diligence exercises, financial restructuring analyses, and developing robust financial models and projections.
* Formulate comprehensive schemes for corporate proposals by preparing all necessary documentation such as board papers, announcements, press releases, circulars to shareholders, while proactively identifying issues related to these proposals and providing effective solutions or recommendations.
* Advise management on regulatory compliance matters as well as disclosure requirements to ensure all investment activities adhere strictly to relevant laws and guidelines issued by authorities.
* Review compliance aspects meticulously by checking disclosures in presentation materials, legal documents, circulars, prospectuses, press documents, and applications submitted to authorities.
* Liaise professionally with various parties including legal advisors, auditors, bankers, consultants, regulators and other relevant professionals to facilitate smooth execution of investment transactions.
* Support the Head of Group Investment in strategic decision-making processes by providing insightful analysis on market trends and capital market developments.
* Prepare clear and concise reports for senior management summarising findings from research activities related to investment opportunities or corporate finance proposals.
* Collaborate effectively with subsidiary companies within the group network to ensure alignment of investment strategies across different business units.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of securities law and capital market guidelines while monitoring changes in regulations that may impact group investments.
* Contribute actively to team discussions by sharing best practices in structuring investment deals and enhancing overall group performance.

What you bring:

To excel as Assistant General Manager, Group Investment at this esteemed conglomerate headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, your background should reflect substantial experience in finance or accountancy complemented by recognised professional qualifications such as ACCA or CFA. Your track record should demonstrate deep familiarity with capital markets regulations alongside hands-on involvement in structuring sophisticated investment proposals. Effective communication skills are crucial for engaging both internal colleagues across subsidiaries and external partners like auditors or regulators. You should bring proven expertise in conducting due diligence exercises backed by advanced financial modelling capabilities that enable accurate assessment of new ventures. Experience preparing detailed reports for senior management showcases your analytical acumen while attention to detail ensures compliance across all documentation submitted during transactions. Adaptability within dynamic environments paired with self-motivation allows you to consistently deliver results even when faced with complex challenges. A commitment to ongoing professional development through training further highlights your suitability for this influential role.

* Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accountancy or Economics or possession of a recognised professional qualification such as ACCA, MICPA or CFA is required for this role.
* Minimum 8 to 10 years of relevant working experience with at least 4 years spent specialising in corporate finance within a merchant banking environment is essential.
* Demonstrated understanding of capital markets along with comprehensive knowledge of securities law and guidelines issued by regulatory authorities is highly desirable.
* Proven ability to structure complex investment proposals supported by strong writing skills for preparing board papers and shareholder communications is expected.
* Excellent interpersonal skills combined with effective communication abilities are vital for liaising with internal teams as well as external professional parties.
* Experience conducting due diligence exercises along with financial modelling proficiency is important for evaluating new business options accurately.
* Ability to prepare clear reports summarising research findings on investment opportunities or corporate finance proposals is advantageous.
* Familiarity with reviewing compliance aspects in legal documents including prospectuses and circulars ensures accuracy in disclosures submitted to authorities.
* Self-motivated attitude coupled with adaptability when working within challenging environments helps maintain high standards under pressure.
* Commitment to continuous learning through participation in training programmes reflects dedication towards personal growth within the organisation.

What sets this company apart:

This public-listed conglomerate stands out as one of Malaysia’s most respected organisations thanks to its diversified portfolio spanning property development, hospitality services, food & beverage outlets, retail operations, environmental solutions providers and automotive distribution networks. Employees benefit from an inclusive workplace culture that encourages collaboration between teams operating locally as well as internationally. The company invests heavily in staff development through regular training sessions designed to enhance technical expertise while supporting career progression at every stage. Exciting working arrangements allow employees greater autonomy over their schedules which promotes work-life balance without compromising productivity. Generous staff benefits provide long-term security while supportive leadership fosters an environment where everyone feels valued regardless of their background or experience level. Joining this organisation means becoming part of a knowledgeable network committed not only to commercial success but also positive social impact throughout Malaysia’s business landscape.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career forward within a thriving conglomerate where your expertise will make a real difference across multiple industries – apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link below.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C